“Have you heard the story of the baby boy, born in Bethlehem?” From that simple question Jay Althouse has crafted another superb, original Christmas spiritual. It features contrasting dynamics (excellent for teaching phrasing), male and female solos, and a tender middle section which contrasts with the hushed excitement of the opening and closing melody. Includes […]
A powerful Christmas piece in the tradition of The Little Drummer Boy, MARCH OF THE CHRISTMAS CHILDREN is destined to become a holiday classic. This sterling work by composer/arranger Don Sebesky begins from afar, in a majestic walking tempo. It builds and finally fades into the distance. The SoundTrax is fully orchestrated for a professional […]
A fresh, new, up-tempo arrangement of the popular English folk song. A great piano part drives this Jay Althouse arrangement from the opening measures. The familiar melody and superb voice leading make this an excellent concert and contest piece to show off your choir’s talents. Unique!
An outstanding arrangement combines the French carol Pat-A-Pan with the Spanish carol Fum, Fum, Fum, and new texts by arranger Philip Kern. The joyous yuletide feel is infectious. Optional flute and percussion (finger cymbals and snare drum) are included in the publication. The arrengement begins simply and builds as the two melodies join to a […]
